Asus Zenfone 3 Starts Rolling Out Android 8.0 Oreo Update

Asus has announced Android 8.0 Oreo update for the Zenfone 3. The Zenfone 3 Oreo update brings with version number 15.0410.1712.31 will be available in coming days. The update brings several features and modifications to the Zen UI.

It brings features such as swipe up to access installed apps, picture-in-Picture mode, new Settings app, and launcher. The update said to have removed some pre-installed Apps involving MiniMovie, Photo Collage, and Do It Later.

There is no word on treble support yet, with Zenfone 4 Oreo update including the Treble support, it is likely that the Zenfone 3 might also get the support. After the update, internal storage will decrease slightly. The company advises people to reserve at least 1.5GB storage on phone before starting the software update. It also says that the update might take about one week for wide-roll out. In case if users haven’t received the update prompt, they can manually check the system settings.

More friendly setting UI design.

Android Oreo helps minimize background activity in the Apps you use least

Autofill remembers your logins to get you into your favorite apps at supersonic speed.

Smart text selection – Android Oreo recognizes text when you tap or select, then recommends a next logical step via a suggested app.

Picture-in-Picture

Notification Dots – Press the notification dots to quickly see what’s new, and easily clear them by swiping away.

Android Instant Apps – Use new apps right from your browser, no installation needed.